2013 Bmw 650i Problems
Shopping for a used 2013 Bmw 650i? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 16 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Engine Problems the most reported area.
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This 2013 Bmw 650i has 16 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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2013 Bmw 650i Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2013 Bmw 650i trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2013 Bmw 650i Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2013 BMW 650 I 2 DR RWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2013 Bmw 650i has 16 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Bmw
- Model
- 650i
- Model year
- 2013
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 16
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 19
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 17 / 24
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2013 Bmw 650i problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Fuel/Propulsion System
Transmission / Drivetrain
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Fuel/Propulsion System, Transmission / Drivetrain. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2013 Bmw 650i?
The 2013 Bmw 650i looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2013 Bmw 650i
Inspection Focus
- Request service records for engine, fuel, and transmission repairs.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Have a mechanic inspect the engine, fuel system, and drivetrain before purchase.
- Check for any known technical service bulletins (TSBs) related to these components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Request service records for engine, fuel, and transmission repairs.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Have a mechanic inspect the engine, fuel system, and drivetrain before purchase.
- Check for any known technical service bulletins (TSBs) related to these components.
Check the exact car
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2013 Bmw 650i, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2013 BMW 650i are concentrated in the engine, fuel/propulsion, and transmission/drivetrain systems. No crash-related complaints or recalls were reported, but the low complaint volume limits confidence in these patterns.
- Engine Problems account for the highest number of complaints among all components.
- Fuel/Propulsion System and Transmission/Drivetrain also show notable complaint counts.
- No recalls were issued for the 2013 model year.
- Engine Problems
- Fuel/Propulsion System
- Transmission/Drivetrain
Full breakdown
All 2013 Bmw 650i complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Bmw 650i. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 9 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 | — | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2013 Bmw 650i. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Presently this vehicle has 57,000 miles on it. It began having issues with a drivetrain malfunction warning back in 2021. Reported on complaint # 11427753. To date I have had to have fuel injectors replaced, a catalytic converter, the transfer case, two high pressure fuel pumps a…
BMW issues a customer care package regarding issues with the fuel injectors. I originally had to have #8 injector replaced. Shortly after leaving dealership the check engine light came on. To find out now that the catalytic converter on that side of the engine needed replaced ($3…
Due to ongoing issues with the BMW N--63 engine which is known for excessive oil use! They claim that one quart per 750-1000 miles is normal ???Car now stutters on acceleration, BMW serviced the vehicle, changing transfer case fluid ( All fluid was not able to be exchanged withou…
BMW voluntarily came out with an extended warranty for faulty fuel injectors (not a recall). Warning of drive train malfunction came on, vehicle would barely run. Dealer determined that #8 fuel injector was the problem and was replaced. The fuel injection shuts down during DT mal…
I'VE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, WHICH HAVE BEEN QUITE DISAPPOINTING. DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION LIGHT POPPED UP JUST AROUND 52K MILES, IT HAD A ROUGH IDLE, MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRES AND WOULD GO LIMP OFTEN. WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP IN KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN, WHERE THEY TOLD ME A…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW 650I. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED IN TRAFFIC, THE DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SEIZED IN MOVING TRAFFIC. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE INTO THE FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS. …
I WAS DRIVING AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKING AND VIBRATING AND SMOKING LIKE HELL. VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAYED STATED DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTIONS DRIVE MODERATELY. I CALL UP THE DEALER AND THEY ADVISED ME TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHICH WAS LIKE 2 MILES AWAY. WHEN I RE…
PRIOR TO 4/3/2018 ON APPROXIMATELY 4 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, THE VEHICLE STARTED AND IDLED ROUGH. ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF AND RE-STARTED AND RAN SMOOTH. ON 4/3/2018 THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING AND IN TRAFFIC AND WOULD NOT RESTART. ALL ENGINE POWER WAS LOST (NO POWER STEERING, NO…
WHILE DRIVING, SUDDENLY THE CAR WILL START SHAKING WITH IMMEDIATE LOSS OF POWER AND THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. THE MAIN SCREEN DISPLAYS "DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION: DRIVE MODERATELY. MAXIMUM DRIVETRAIN OUTPUT NOT AVAILABLE. CONSULT SERVICE CENTER" DURING THE MALFUNCTION THE CAR HA…
DRIVING 20 MINS AT 65-70 MPH, UPON COMING TO A STOP OR SLOWING DOWN CAR VIBRATES AND STUMBLES,WARNING LIGHTS APPEAR.. FUEL SYSTEM, DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTIONS LIGHTS COME ON VEHICLE DISPLAY AND CAR SHUTS LOSES POWER. ONLY ALLOWING TO COAST OR BECOME DEAD IN THE ROAD.VERY HARD TO CLE…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW 650I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 75 MPH, THERE WAS A SUDDEN VIBRATION AND THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF AND RESTARTED IT TO CORRECT THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TOM BUSH BMW OF ORANGE…
WHEN VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, ACCELERATING, 'DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION' LIGHT POPS ON, VEHICLE LOSES ALL POWER, RUNS ROUGH, AND STALLS. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON A HIGHWAY WHILE DRIVING TWICE, AND VEHICLE BECOMES INSTANTLY DISABLED. THIS HAS HAPPENED WITH SEVERAL OTHER 2012 ' 2015 BMW 6-SER…
WHILE DRIVING, SUDDENLY THE CAR WILL START SHAKING WITH IMMEDIATE LOSS OF POWER AND THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. THE MAIN SCREEN DISPLAYS "DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION: DRIVE MODERATELY. MAXIMUM DRIVETRAIN OUTPUT NOT AVAILABLE. CONSULT SERVICE CENTER" DURING THE MALFUNCTION THE CAR HAS …
WHILE DRIVING, THE CAR WILL HAVE A SUDDEN SHAKE, AN IMMEDIATE LOSS OF POWER AND THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. THE MAIN RADIO SCREEN DISPLAYS A DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION, REDUCED POWER, IMMEDIATE SERVICE. DURING THIS TIME THE CAR HAS SIGNIFICANT AND SUSTAINED SHAKING AND LOSES NEARLY …
THE RUN FLAT TIRE SIDEWALL FAILED AFTER DRIVING OVER A VERY SMALL POT HOLE. THIS IS THE NINTH (9TH) TIRE TO BE REPLACED IN LESS THAN 14 MONTHS. 8 OF THE 9 WERE GOODYEAR EAGLE LS-2. BMW REFUSED TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS DEFECTIVE CAR. THEY BLAMED THE GOODYEAR TIRE. I C…
SO THE ISSUE I'M EXPERIENCING HAPPENS WHILE IN MOTION RANDOMLY (DRIVING) WITH MY 2013 BMW 650 XI GRAND COUPE. ! AS I'M DRIVING , THE DASH BOARD AND THE BMW IDRIVE DISPLAYS ALL MAJOR MALFUNCTIONS WITH MY 2013 BMW 650XI GRAND COUPE . THEN MY BMW PROCEEDS TO SHAKE , SLOWS DOWN AND T…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2013 Bmw 650i.
Safety recalls
2013 Bmw 650i recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2013 Bmw 650i. No recall campaigns are currently listed for this model year in the dataset, but VIN-level recall checks are still essential. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Questions
2013 Bmw 650i buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2013 Bmw 650i reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 16 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2013 Bmw 650i looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Bmw 650i?▾
#1: Engine Problems (9 complaints). #2: Fuel/Propulsion System (7 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (6 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2013 Bmw 650i?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2013 Bmw 650i?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2013 Bmw 650i, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 16 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2013 Bmw 650i have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2013 Bmw 650i in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2013 Bmw 650i?▾
The 2013 Bmw 650i looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Bmw 650i reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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